pythonic

/paɪˈθɑnɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of the Python programming language, especially its philosophy of writing clear, readable, and efficient code.
    • Learning to write pythonic code helps you take full advantage of the language's features.
    • Her solution was very pythonic, using list comprehensions instead of long loops.
    • The code review praised the developer for writing pythonic code that was easy to understand.
  2. Relating to or resembling a python snake.
    • The pythonic coils tightened around the branch as the snake rested.
    • He studied the pythonic patterns on the snake's scales.
    • The pythonic movement was slow but powerful.
  3. Relating to the ancient Greek oracle at Delphi or to prophecy.
    • Some scholars describe the pythonic tradition as central to Greek religion.
    • Her words had a pythonic quality, as if she could see into the future.
    • The pythonic priestess spoke in riddles that puzzled the visitors.
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